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The Bristol Type 171, 4-seat helicopter powered by an Alvis Leonides engine was the first
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The Bristol Type 171, 4-seat helicopter powered by an Alvis Leonides engine was the first
The Bristol Type 171, 4-seat helicopter powered by an Alvis Leonides engine was the first helicopter produced by Raoul Hafner and the helicopter division of the Bristol Helicopter Company; the original Mk.1 version making a first flight on 27 July 1947.
It was the first British built helicopter to receive a Certificate of Airworthiness. When production ended in 1959 some 180 had been built for both civil and military operation.
Pictured. The Mk.4 version at the SBAC Farnborough Show 1954 September 1954
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Daily Mirror
Farnborough
Hampshire
England
WA*1483855
Media ID 21516058
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Aeroplane Flight Helicopter In Flight Plane
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The Bristol Type 171, a groundbreaking achievement in helicopter engineering, takes flight at the SBAC Farnborough Show in September 1954. This remarkable aircraft, powered by an Alvis Leonides engine, was the brainchild of Raoul Hafner and the helicopter division of the Bristol Helicopter Company. Making its maiden voyage on 27 July 1947, this four-seat marvel became an iconic symbol of British aviation prowess. It proudly holds the distinction of being the first British-built helicopter to receive a Certificate of Airworthiness. With its sleek design and innovative technology, it quickly captured both civilian and military imaginations. The Mk. 4 version showcased in this print exemplifies the pinnacle of aerospace innovation during that era. Its graceful presence against a backdrop of blue skies perfectly captures the excitement and wonder surrounding aviation advancements in the 1950s. Throughout its production run until 1959, approximately 180 units were meticulously crafted for various civil and military operations. The Bristol Type 171 left an indelible mark on history as it paved the way for future generations of helicopters to come. This stunning photograph from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to a time when dreams took flight and possibilities seemed endless. It serves as a timeless reminder of human ingenuity pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible.
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